Podcast appearances and mentions of Edison International

Today on AirTalk, California continues to struggle with job creation despite the state becoming the 4th largest economy in the world; Covered California investigated for sharing sensitive information with LinkedIn; How to build effective relationships and credibility at work; CEO of Edison International discusses the Eaton Fire and the way our bodies manage pain with age. Today on AirTalk CA job market idles as state GDP competes on the world stage (0:15) Covered California shares user information with LinkedIn (18:22) How to advocate for yourself at work (32:10) CEO of Edison discusses Eaton Fire (51:22) As we age, how do we manage pain? (1:24:27)

In this episode of the All Things Sustainable podcast, we sit down with Shinjini Menon, Senior Vice President of System Planning and Engineering at Southern California Edison, an investor-owned public utility operating as a subsidiary of Edison International.   Southern California Edison is one of the largest US electric utilities, and Shinjini explains how it is prioritizing energy reliability and affordability while also building climate resilience — a topic that is particularly urgent in Southern California, where the risk of wildfires is so high.   “We have put forward a pretty ambitious goal for decarbonization and the electrification that we believe is necessary for affordable decarbonization,” Shinjini says.   “At the end of the day, it's about all of our communities having affordable access to energy, reliable energy, and having that energy security.”   Shinjini explains how the utility uses technology, modeling and data to mitigate wildfire risks and make the grid more resilient. She says Southern California Edison has learned from peers in the US and other parts of the world as it works to build climate resilience.   Listen to last week's interviews from the CERAWeek conference hosted by S&P Global here. Listen to our podcast episode about 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles here.  Read research from S&P Global Sustainable1 about the projected financial costs of climate change for the world's largest companies. Learn more about the S&P Global Sustainable1 Physical Risk dataset.  This piece was published by S&P Global Sustainable1, a part of S&P Global.           Copyright ©2025 by S&P Global           DISCLAIMER     By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, S&P GLOBAL does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of S&P GLOBAL. S&P GLOBAL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. Moreover, S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.     S&P GLOBAL EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.

On the latest episode of the Debtwire Municipals Muni Lowdown podcast, Managing Editor Paul Greaves speaks with Debtwire North America Credit Analyst John Sinna on the latest developments with Hawaiian Electric and Edison International.The podcast covers the situations in the aftermath of wildfires for Hawaiian Electric and Edison International by “comparing and contrasting” where things stand by delving into five (5) topics.The first topic discussed is how governance has been handled in each situation. John discusses the actions taken by Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.The second topic discusses legislative efforts in Hawaii and California.The third topic details the litigation against Hawaiian Electric and Edison International because of the wildfire damages.With the fourth topic, John segues into possible responses by the insurance market from a national perspective as well as specifically in Hawaii and California.The podcast closes with John discussing his near-term expectations in each situation.#insurance #power #IOUs #muniland #risk

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Beth M. Foley, VP and chief communications officer for Edison International and Southern California Edison. She talks about Southern California's recovery from wildfires that ravaged the region early this year, and how authorities can ensure their messages remain front and center amid a hectic news cycle. She also discusses the importance of internal comms and reaching different audiences. Plus, PRWeek senior reporter Jess Ruderman on the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including the death — or not — of Duolingo's mascot, Edelman's new predictive intelligence lead and the ongoing dispute between President Donald Trump and the Associated Press.  Upcoming events!PR pros, it's time to build the future! Join PRDecoded: Comms at a Crossroads on February 4, 2025, at Convene, 237 Park Ave, NYC.Dive into the hottest trends—The White House, employee engagement, State of Mind Marketing, PE & PR, DE&I, stakeholder capitalism—and connect with industry leaders shaping what's next.Don't miss this chance to elevate your impact. Visit PRDecoded.com to register now!PRDecoded: Comms at a Crossroads. Healthcare PR pros, don't miss the PRWeek Healthcare Conference on February 4, 2025, at Convene, 237 Park Ave, NYC.Dive into health under the new administration, health equity, the latest for GLP-1s, industry innovation and best practice shaping healthcare comms. Register now at prweekushealthcare.com Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

With leadership in the government changing, the electric utility industry is anticipating major shifts in policy. But sustainability will continue to be a focus of the evolving electric and energy sector according to a strategic advisor for large commercial and industrial organizations looking to manage their sustainability and energy issues. In this episode of Grid Talk, we interview Drew Murphy CEO of Trio about what's ahead for the energy industry.“There will be reversals, there will be setbacks; there will be things where we've moved down one path and then that stops so you have to move down another,” said Murphy. Trio was launched 9 years ago by Edison International, one of the nation's largest utilities, to help its customers navigate the energy transition, which he believes will continue regardless of the administration change.“Sustainability and energy will continue to go hand-in-hand and we're going to see this move forward.” Murphy says the renewable and clean energy business is constantly evolving and changing. “I think that the technological advancement that we've seen over the last 20 years in terms of clean energy technology advancement, how the costs have come down; how much we've deployed both in the U.S., and globally, I think technology is driving forward and that is something that I think will continue.”AS chief executive officer of Trio, Murphy is responsible for guiding the organization and empowering the team to help clients manage their energy choices and risks to deliver on their strategic, financial and sustainability goals. Previously Murphy was senior vice president of Strategy, Corporate Development and Sustainability for Trio's parent company, Edison International, where he was responsible for managing the strategic planning process for the company and its subsidiaries and overseeing the analysis of emerging trends in the industry and their impact on Edison International's regulated utility and competitive businesses.Murphy earned a bachelor's degree from Harvard College in 1983 and a Juris Doctor from George Washington University in 1987.

One of Wall Street's most successful quant fund managers, AQR Founder & CIO Cliff Asness joins Money Movers with his outlook for the markets, how he's thinking about value versus growth and what another Trump administration means for stocks. Then the CEO of drugmaker GSK is live from the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, in her first interview since announcing a billion dollar plus deal in the cancer space. And the CEO of Edison International, the parent company of one of California's biggest utilities joins the show with more details on what's being done to contain the LA wildfires and how the blazes are impacting the future of the company.

Wall Street remains cautious as investors weigh the impact of Trump's tariff plans. Technology stocks continue to face pressure, with chip makers leading the declines. Quantum computing stocks fell sharply after Nvidia’s CEO suggested that the technology is still decades away from mainstream use. Meanwhile, banks are under pressure as interest rates steadily rise. In company news, Edison International is the worst performer on the S&P 500, sliding amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Conversely, eBay shares rose following news of a partnership with Facebook Marketplace. Across the Atlantic, the British pound slumps due to concerns over capital flight. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to retreat from four-week highs, while oil prices dip on the back of a build in U.S. fuel stocks. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Green Energy Stocks to Buy Now, according to some analysts. Plus, top-rated sustainable ETFs for 2024 say Morningstar UK analysts. By Ron Robins, MBA Transcript & Links, Episode 142, November 15, 2024 Hello, Ron Robins here. Welcome to this podcast episode 142 published November 15, 2024, titled “Green Energy Stocks to Buy Now.” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. Remember that you can find a full transcript and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, and I don't receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal any investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the articles and more company and stock information. ------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Best Alternative Energy Stocks To Buy According to Hedge Funds Well, there are still some great reviews of renewable energy stocks appearing. Consider this one titled 10 Best Alternative Energy Stocks To Buy According to Hedge Funds. It's by Mashaid Ahmed and seen on insidermonkey.com. Here are some quotes from the article. “For this article, we scanned alternative energy ETFs plus online rankings to compile an initial list of 30 alternative energy stocks. From that list, we narrowed our choices to 10 stocks according to their hedge fund sentiment, which was taken from our database of 912 elite hedge funds as of Q2 of 2024. The list is sorted in ascending order of their hedge fund sentiment, as of the second quarter. Why do we care about what hedge funds do? … Our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. 10. Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE:BE) Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 29 Bloom Energy Corporation's technology generates electricity with no combustion and negligible criteria pollutant emissions, and it operates on multiple fuels, including natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen, providing a lower carbon footprint compared to the electric grid while maintaining grid stability. This technology allows the company to accomplish its goals of providing clean power solutions faster than the alternatives. While hydrogen is currently more expensive than traditional fuels, Bloom Energy Corporation's breakthrough in achieving 60% electrical efficiency could make hydrogen economically viable as a fuel source. This makes Bloom Energy Corporation's fuel cells a cleaner alternative for electricity production. 9. Edison International (NYSE:EIX) Hedge Fund Holders: 32 Edison International is a leading energy company that has served California for over a century through its main subsidiary, Southern California Edison (SCE). Edison International provides electricity to around 15 million people across  Southern, Central, and Coastal California. The company is actively involved in California's transition toward alternative energy, aligning with the state's goal of achieving carbon-free power by 2045 8. Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:RUN) Hedge Fund Holders: 35 Sunrun is one of the largest residential solar energy companies in the US, offering a solar-as-a-service solution that enables homeowners to adopt solar power with little to no upfront cost. 7. Clearway Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CWEN) Hedge Fund Holders: 38 Clearway Energy owns a diversified portfolio of wind, solar, and traditional power generation projects across the United States. The company has partnered with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), an independent infrastructure investment fund, and TotalEnergies (EPA:TTE), a multinational energy and petroleum company, to leverage expertise in alternative energy within the U.S. market. 6. Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) Hedge Fund Holders: 42 Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company that specializes in solar microinverters, energy storage solutions, and energy management devices. Enphase Energy's microinverters convert direct current from solar panels into alternating current for use and are critical for optimizing solar energy systems, enhancing efficiency, and reliability, and are also easy to install. The company is a market leader in residential solar in the U.S. Europe and emerging markets in Asia. 5. PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG) Hedge Fund Holders: 46 PG&E Corporation is a leading energy company in Northern and Central California's utility market, serving over 16 million people through its subsidiary, Pacific Gas & Electric Company. The company has also made significant investments in battery storage systems, adding more than 2,100 megawatts of battery capacity. 4. First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Hedge Fund Holders: 66 First Solar is among the largest solar companies in the United States, specializing in the supply of thin-film photovoltaic solar panels for large-scale solar power plants. The company also has production lines in Malaysia, India, and Vietnam… First Solar's impressive backlog of 73.3 GW, with orders extending through 2030, is a significant indicator of the company's growth security. 3. Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) Hedge Fund Holders: 71 Constellation Energy supplies natural gas and energy products and services to residential, commercial, and industrial clients across North America. Constellation Energy is a key player in nuclear power and operates one of the largest fleets of nuclear plants in the US. Around 90% of the company's annual energy output is derived from carbon-free sources. Constellation Energy has set a goal to produce 95% carbon-free electricity by 2030. 2. NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) Hedge Fund Holders: 73 NextEra Energy is the world's largest producer of wind and solar energy, as well as a leader in battery storage technology. The company's operations are divided into two main businesses. The first is Florida Power & Light (FPL), an electric utility company. The second is NextEra Energy Resources (NEER), one of the world's largest producers of alternative energy and a leader in battery storage. NextEra Energy Resources focuses on the development, construction, and operation of long-term energy assets, primarily in the U.S. and Canada. NextEra Energy Resources manages an alternative energy portfolio of approximately 34 GW, including 24 GW from wind energy, 7 GW from solar energy, and 2 GW from nuclear energy. Additionally, NextEra Energy Resources has 1 GW of battery storage capacity spread across 16 U.S. states. 1. Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) Hedge Fund Holders: 93 Vistra is a vertically integrated energy company based in Texas and operates a diversified energy portfolio. Vistra supplies electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company also operates battery energy storage facilities, and its nuclear assets play a crucial role in powering artificial intelligence systems… Vistra has also integrated AI technologies into its operations to improve power plant efficiency, enhance thermal efficiency, and lower carbon emissions.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- The Top-Rated Sustainable ETFs in 2024 This next article is from a UK perspective but is also of interest to non-UK investors. It's titled The Top-Rated Sustainable ETFs in 2024. It's by Sunniva Kolostyak and found on morningstar.co.uk. Here are some of the most relevant quotes and elements from the article. “In total, 12 different ETFs have a Morningstar Sustainability Rating of High and a Morningstar Medalist Rating of Gold… Below, we highlight the 10 ETFs across sterling, euro, Swiss franc and dollar share classes. Xtrackers MSCI World Information Technology UCITS ETF XDWT SPDR® MSCI World Technology UCITS ETF SPFT iShares MSCI World Information Technology Sector ESG UCITS ETF WITS Fidelity US Quality Income ETF FUSC HSBC NASDAQ Global Semiconductor UCITS ETF HNSCFP iShares MSCI USA Value Factor ESG UCITS ETF IUVE iShares MSCI Europe Quality Dividend ESG UCITS ETF QDVX iShares MSCI EMU Paris-Aligned Climate UCITS ETF EMPA iShares Euro Total Market Growth Large UCITS ETF IDJG iShares V PLC - iShares MSCI World Health Care Sector ESG UCITS ETF WHCS” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- AWK Named A Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock This next article features a dividend-paying stock. It's titled AWK Named A Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock and is by Energy Stock Channel Staff and found on energystockchannel.com. Here are some quotes. “American Water Works Co, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) has been named a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock by Dividend Channel, signifying a stock with above-average ‘DividendRank' statistics including a strong 2.3% yield, as well as being recognized by prominent asset managers as being a socially responsible investment, through analysis of social and environmental criteria. Environmental criteria include considerations like the environmental impact of the company's products and services, as well as the company's efficiency in terms of its use of energy and resources. Social criteria include elements such as human rights, child labor, corporate diversity, and the company's impact on society — for instance, taken into consideration would be business activities tied to weapons, gambling, tobacco, and alcohol.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Best green energy stocks to buy right now And here's another article on, yes, renewable energy stocks! It's titled Best green energy stocks to buy right now and is by the Elliott Wave Forecast Team and seen on fxstreet.com. Here are some quotes on each of their picks. “1. Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP) Brookfield Renewable Partners invests in renewable power and sustainable solutions assets directly, as well as with institutional partners, joint venture partners, and through other arrangements. Across its business, it leverages our extensive operating experience to maintain and enhance the value of assets, grow cash flows on an annual basis, and cultivate positive relations with local stakeholders. 2. NextEra Energy (NEE) NextEra Energy, Inc. is a leading clean energy company headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida. NextEra Energy owns Florida Power & Light Company, which is America's largest electric utility company that sells more power than any other utility, providing clean, affordable, reliable electricity to approximately 5.9 million customer accounts, or more than 12 million people across Florida. NextEra Energy also owns a competitive clean energy business, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, which, together with its affiliated entities, is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage. 3. Canadian Solar (CSIQ) Canadian Solar has 125 GW solar module shipments and 4.5 GWh battery storage shipments. It has a module capacity of 61 GW and expects to have a battery storage capacity of 20 GWh by 2024 December. It has a 26.3 GW project pipeline and a 56 GWh energy project pipeline of recurrent energy. Canadian Solar has active buying customers in more than 160 countries and subsidiaries in 23 countries & regions on 6 continents. In addition to it, Canadian Solar has over 26 manufacturing facilities in Asia & Americas. 4. SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) SolarEdge Technologies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, and sells direct current optimized inverter systems for solar photovoltaic installations in the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, the rest of Europe, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Solar and Energy Storage. 5. General Motors Company (GM) The company has said that it plans to invest $35 billion in electric vehicle (EV) and autonomous vehicle (AV) production through 2025. By mid-decade, GM plans to sell a million EVs a year in North America. GM has also increased its investment in AV company Cruise, buying SoftBank's stake for $2.1 billion and pouring in another $1.4 billion. Cruise develops self-driving cars for ridesharing and delivery. The Origin is designed to operate without a human driver, as there is no steering wheel. Cruise was the first AV company to offer driverless rides in a major city: San Francisco. Adding to that, GM is also planning to be a carbon-neutral company by 2040.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Additional Articles 1. Title: The Top-Rated Sustainable Funds in 2024 on morningstar.co.uk. By Sunniva Kolostyak. 2. Title: Top 10: Wind Power Manufacturers on energydigital.com. By Maya Derrick. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment These are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips for this podcast “Green Energy Stocks to Buy Now.” Please click the like and subscribe buttons wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. Now my next podcast will be November 29th. I'll talk to you then! Bye for now.   © 2024 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Sara Eisen and Brian Sullivan tackle today's biggest Money Movers from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. 

EEI 2024 featured a lineup of exceptional keynote speakers. On this episode, you'll hear the full-length EEI 2024 keynote conversation between NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang and former EEI Chair Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International. They discussed how NVIDIA's pioneering work to advance AI and quantum computing has, in part, driven a significant growth in electricity demand, and how electric companies are partnering with companies like NVIDIA to meet that growing demand. You also can watch the keynote on EEI's YouTube channel.

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss stocks searching for new highs as another key inflation read hits the tape. Plus, the desk is making some major moves in their portfolio, they detail their strategy. And later, we've got some Calls of the Day on Roblox, Regeneron, Costco and Edison International. Investment Committee Disclosures

Scaling IoT comes with many challenges. Stephen Prince, CEO and President of Vutility, joins Ryan Chacon on the IoT For All Podcast to discuss scaling an IoT business. They talk about what is unique about scaling an IoT business, the challenges of scaling hardware, the importance of partners in successful IoT, IoT pilots and moving beyond the pilot stage, horizontal versus vertical IoT solutions, and advice for succeeding in IoT. Stephen Prince has served as CEO and President at leading energy technology and services organizations, including Centrica Business Solutions NA, Younicos, and Optisense Network where he consistently increased commercial adoption through global expansion and the growth of partnership structures. He has additionally held executive leadership roles globally at organizations such as Oracle, Largo, and Edison International. Vutility is the leading provider of real-time IoT and cloud-enabled energy management solutions. By providing greater visibility into energy use, Vutility enables organizations to make better informed decisions to optimize their performance and reduce energy costs, achieve sustainability goals, and generate revenues with real-time insights. Vutility's scalable energy monitoring technologies are used in a wide range of industries by organizations of all sizes with solutions deployed commercially in over 20 countries and protected by over 20 international patents. Vutility is backed by leading venture investors including Chevron, Constellation Energy, Cycle Capital, and Kickstart Fund. Discover more about IoT at https://www.iotforall.com More about Vutility: https://vutility.com Our sponsor: https://dainstudios.com (00:00) Intro (00:14) Stephen Prince and Vutility (02:38) Scaling an IoT business (04:55) What is unique about scaling an IoT business? (06:37) Challenges of scaling hardware (11:02) Importance of partners in successful IoT (13:29) Moving beyond the pilot stage (16:11) Horizontal vs vertical IoT solutions (20:10) How to succeed in IoT (23:31) Learn more and follow up SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: https://bit.ly/2NlcEwm​ Join Our Newsletter: https://www.iotforall.com/iot-newsletter Follow Us on Social: https://linktr.ee/iot4all Check out the IoT For All Media Network: https://www.iotforall.com/podcast-overview

In 2016, Edison International was rethinking how to boost their efforts toward fighting climate change. As the parent company behind Southern California Edison, they were making strides in the power sector. But Edison International wanted to tackle decarbonization in other sectors. So they added clean energy consulting into the mix with their new venture, Edison Energy.This past summer, Drew Murphy decided to take the reins over at Edison Energy, managing risk and reaping rewards for those involved. With executive roles at NRG and Edison under his belt, and his work on energy project finance at law firm Hunton & Williams, Drew understands how to make big climate goals a reality.This week, Brad speaks with Drew Murphy, CEO of Edison Energy, about how they help some of the world's biggest companies form long-term clean energy plans.This podcast is produced by GridX. GridX is the Enterprise Rate Platform that modern utilities rely on to usher in our clean energy future.

Priyanca Ford is the Founder & Executive Board Member of Kronos Fusion Energy Incorporated, a company committed to developing algorithms and machine learning simulations for creating fusion energy generators and other clean fusion energy products that will have a lasting impact on future generations. As a lover of nature and an avid advocate for clean and limitless fusion energy, Priyanca's passion for sustainable energy began during her childhood in India, where she dreamt of building a company that serves the best interests of the poorest humans on this planet. Currently, she is dedicating her life to achieving Q40 fusion energy mechanical gain.A Harvard Business School graduate with an Executive MBA, Priyanca has a strong background in mathematics, product management, and structuring large data sets to build innovative technology. As a game theorist and minimalist, Priyanca's interest in fusion energy technology was sparked when she led end-to-end energy simulations at Edison International, which resulted in a new world ERP system that paved the way for a smarter grid and advanced smart meter technology.With over 17 years of experience driving monetization through statistical algorithms and predictive modeling in diverse industries, Priyanca has collaborated with innovative companies, gaining expertise in product development, statistical data analysis, machine learning, and managing executive team priorities. She applies game theory concepts, market positioning, product management, M&A experience, data and process analysis, and business intelligence to strategic executive decision-making. Throughout her career, Priyanca has held various positions at prominent companies such as Samsung Electronics, The Walt Disney Company, Live Nation Entertainment/Ticketmaster, and Deloitte Consulting. In addition to her professional roles, she has engaged in independent consulting, serving as a C-suite analytics and product strategy consultant for numerous companies, including fusion energy research ventures and Southern California Edison. Priyanca has pursued non-degree programs in innovation and entrepreneurship at Stanford University, game theory at Yale University, and holds a BS in Economics and Applied Mathematics from the University of California, Los Angeles. Moreover, she founded a company called 3dbuildbot and served as an investor and board member for Brainmix Capital, an AI-focused fund. https://www.kronosfusionenergy.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

EEI is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and on this episode, we have a special guest to help us recognize this cultural observance. EEI Chair Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, joins Courtney Peterson, EEI vice president, chief diversity officer, and chief human resources officer, to discuss what it means to be EEI's first Hispanic board chair, how he stays connected to his culture, the leadership lessons he has learned as head of one of the largest electric companies in the country, and more!

EEI 2023 featured a lineup of exceptional keynote speakers. On this episode, you'll hear the full-length EEI 2023 keynote conversation between renowned technologist Elon Musk and EEI Chair Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International. The discussion spans topics such as electrification across the economy, the future of electric transportation, Tesla's decision to open up its Supercharger network to other automakers, and much more. You also can watch the keynote on EEI's YouTube channel.

Today, POLITICO's Josh Siegel chats with Pedro Pizarro, the president and chief executive officer of Edison International, the parent company of Southern California Edison. Pizarro, who is also vice chair of the Edison Electric Institute, the industry's largest trade group, gives his take on federal policy issues impacting the nation's power grid, the permitting reform push in Congress, and the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act.    Pedro Pizarro is president and chief executive officer of Edison International. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITICO's audio department.   For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro:  https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy

Beth Foley, VP of corporate communications and philanthropy at Edison International and Southern California Edison, joins the latest edition of The PR Week to talk about her role at one of the nation's largest electric utilities. Foley oversees charitable giving of about $20 million annually and leads the company's communications activities with a focus on employees, customers and communities. Also on the agenda: the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including-The 2022 PRWeek Hall of Fame; -Edelman's workforce strategic review;-How companies should prepare for the new Congress; -The launch of Weber Shandwick's Business & Society Futures group; -Publicis Groupe's holiday video; -And much more.  .Follow us on Twitter: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek www.prweek.com

This week, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, directing billions of dollars to tackle climate change. We speak to Pedro Pizarro, the CEO of Edison International, one of America's largest utility companies, about what this bill means for the energy sector.Further Reading:-Biden Signs Bill Aimed at Lowering Drug Costs, Boosting Renewable Energy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The August 2022 Line Life podcast episode, sponsored by Huskie Tools, focuses on increasing diversity in the line trade. Edison International, in partnership with IBEW Local 47, launched a four-year, $1 million pilot scholarship program in 2021 to promote greater diversity among Southern California Edison's lineworkers. Scholarship recipients not only earn free tuition to Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, but through the LA-based nonprofit Brotherhood Crusade, they also receive support services. Once they complete the power line mechanic certificate program, obtain their Class A driver's license and complete any SCE pre-employment requirements, they are eligible for a groundman entry-level position within SCE's 50,000-sq-mi service area. The August 2022 episode features an interview with Djon Greer, a 2021 Lineworker Scholarship winner who completed the one-year program, met the requirements and recently started a career as an SCE groundman.

The August 2022 Line Life podcast episode, sponsored by Huskie Tools, focuses on increasing diversity in the line trade. Edison International, in partnership with IBEW Local 47, launched a four-year, $1 million pilot scholarship program in 2021 to promote greater diversity among Southern California Edison's lineworkers. Scholarship recipients not only earn free tuition to Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, but through the LA-based nonprofit Brotherhood Crusade, they also receive support services. Once they complete the power line mechanic certificate program, obtain their Class A driver's license and complete any SCE pre-employment requirements, they are eligible for a groundman entry-level position within SCE's 50,000-sq-mi service area. The August 2022 episode features an interview with Djon Greer, a 2021 Lineworker Scholarship winner who completed the one-year program, met the requirements and recently started a career as an SCE groundman.

In this episode, I interview William Sullivan. From 2005 - 2015 Mr. Sullivan served as CEO of Agilent Technologies, which is a global provider of scientific instruments, software, diagnostics, and applied chemical markets. He currently serves as Chair of Board of Directors for Edison International. Agilent offers solution for various applications within genomics, from lab samples, to library preparation, quality control to data analysis. Agilent is one of the most prominent genomic companies.

The reliability and resilience of the nation's energy grid are top priorities for the electric power industry. As the frequency and intensity of storms, wildfires, and other extreme weather events continue to increase, and as cyber-attacks become more sophisticated, increasing capital investment in adaptation, hardening, and resilience is vital. On today's episode, we'll hear from Richard McMahon, EEI's senior vice president of Energy Supply and Finance, who will open the conversation by highlighting the types of investments EEI's member companies are making in adaptation, hardening, and resilience. Then, we'll hear from Jim Schaefer, senior managing director at Guggenheim Partners; Maria Rigatti, executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer at Edison International; and Drew Marsh, executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer at Entergy Corporation, who all joined us this past fall for this conversation.

Gaddi H. Vasquez is the descendant of migrant farm workers who instilled in him a strong work ethic and the value of serving others. He was the first member of his family to earn a college degree and has been a lifelong advocate against world hunger, disease and poverty.Before retiring, he was senior vice president of government affairs for Edison International and Southern California Edison, one of the nation's largest investor-owned utilities. He was responsible for government relations activities at the federal and state level, as well as local public affairs.From 2006 to 2009, Gaddi H. Vasquez served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Organizations in Rome, Italy, including the World Food Program and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. He led major reform efforts resulting in the adoption of some of the most sweeping changes in the organization's history. From 2002-2006, Ambassador Vasquez served as director of the United States Peace Corps where he led the international volunteer service organization with volunteers and staff serving in 78 countries.Early in his career, he served as an Orange County supervisor, as chief deputy appointments secretary to Governor George Deukmejian, and as a police officer for the City of Orange. He has served on the President's Commission on White House Fellowships, the California Criminal Justice Council, the California Film Commission, and the board of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Educational Fund. He serves on the boards of directors of the Public Policy Institute of California, the Pat Brown Institute, the Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts, the national advisory boards of the Aspen Institute Latinos and Society Program and of the Salvation Army, and the board of trustees of Chapman University.​Ambassador Vasquez has been named one of Hispanic Business Magazine's top 100 Most Influential Hispanics in the United States. Ambassador Vasquez is a graduate of the University of Redlands and the recipient of five (and soon to be a sixth from CSUF) honorary doctorate degrees.​

Achieving clean energy goals requires technological innovation, cross-sectoral approaches, and enhanced customer engagement. What are electric companies doing to lead the way, and what will it take to achieve economy-wide net zero emissions? How should companies engage with customers to keep them informed about the energy transition? And what role can regulators play to drive investment and support innovation? Pedro Pizarro, President and CEO of Edison International and EEI Vice Chairman, joins this episode of the Electric Perspectives Global Circuit, recorded in July 2021. The Global Circuit is brought to you by EEI International Programs as part of EEI's Electric Perspectives podcast. For more information about EEI International Programs, visit www.eei.org/international

In this final segment of our interview with Pete Kadens we discuss the difficulty in raising money for charitable causes, owning one's own generosity and having perseverance when waiting for societal progress and being the 'spark that starts the fire'. Pete Kadens currently serves as the chairman of the Kadens Family Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to closing the pervasive wealth and education gaps in the U.S. He retired in August 2018 as CEO of Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest publicly-traded, legal cannabis operators in the U.S. with a current market capitalization of over $3 billion. Prior to Green Thumb Industries, in 2008 Kadens started one of the largest commercial solar companies in the U.S., SoCore Energy. Under his leadership, SoCore expanded operations into 17 states and was named one of Chicago's most innovative businesses by Chicago Innovation Awards. In 2013, he sold SoCore Energy to Edison International, a Fortune 500 energy holding company. Kadens is one of 25 cannabis industry executives serving on the board of directors of the Cannabis Trade Federation, the nation's leading organization focused solely on federal marijuana policy reform. He was also named one of the 20 People to Watch in the Cannabis Industry in 2018 by Marijuana Business Daily. Kadens believes deeply in, and actively leads, organizations that seek to transform lives and strengthen communities, serving as chairman of StreetWise (2009–2018), one of the largest homeless aid organizations in Chicago. He currently serves as chairman emeritus at StreetWise and sits on several other boards in the nonprofit and for-profit space. Kadens was awarded the Trailblazer Chicago Award by The Cara Program in 2019, The Catalyst Man of the Year by Streetwise in 2015, the Distinguished Alumnus for Citizenship in 2010 by his college alma mater, Bucknell University, where he earned his bachelor's of arts in political science, and a Distinguished Alumnus by his high school, Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio in 2019. He was also named one of the 40 Under 40 by Crain's Chicago Business in 2012. Kadens is a 2019 Henry Crown Fellow of the Aspen Institute. Pete's Ted Talk: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86136672760?pwd=NDdVMHJYREdSbng1QlZUTFpyaFRmUT09 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gintantra/message

In this third segment of our interview with Pete Kadens, Pete shares his views on the business world and its social responsibility, holding corporations responsible, understanding the collective impact of our consumer and business habits as well as the social determinants of health. Pete also gives a his take on what he calls the "Lives Improved Metric" and how that could help to determine the positive effects a corporation has in its employees and their communities. Pete Kadens currently serves as the chairman of the Kadens Family Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to closing the pervasive wealth and education gaps in the U.S. He retired in August 2018 as CEO of Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest publicly-traded, legal cannabis operators in the U.S. with a current market capitalization of over $3 billion. Prior to Green Thumb Industries, in 2008 Kadens started one of the largest commercial solar companies in the U.S., SoCore Energy. Under his leadership, SoCore expanded operations into 17 states and was named one of Chicago's most innovative businesses by Chicago Innovation Awards. In 2013, he sold SoCore Energy to Edison International, a Fortune 500 energy holding company. Kadens is one of 25 cannabis industry executives serving on the board of directors of the Cannabis Trade Federation, the nation's leading organization focused solely on federal marijuana policy reform. He was also named one of the 20 People to Watch in the Cannabis Industry in 2018 by Marijuana Business Daily. Kadens believes deeply in, and actively leads, organizations that seek to transform lives and strengthen communities, serving as chairman of StreetWise (2009–2018), one of the largest homeless aid organizations in Chicago. He currently serves as chairman emeritus at StreetWise and sits on several other boards in the nonprofit and for-profit space. Kadens was awarded the Trailblazer Chicago Award by The Cara Program in 2019, The Catalyst Man of the Year by Streetwise in 2015, the Distinguished Alumnus for Citizenship in 2010 by his college alma mater, Bucknell University, where he earned his bachelor's of arts in political science, and a Distinguished Alumnus by his high school, Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio in 2019. He was also named one of the 40 Under 40 by Crain's Chicago Business in 2012. Kadens is a 2019 Henry Crown Fellow of the Aspen Institute. Pete's Ted Talk: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86136672760?pwd=NDdVMHJYREdSbng1QlZUTFpyaFRmUT09 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gintantra/message

In this second part of our series with entrepreneur and philanthropist Peter Kadens, we discuss his views on seeing life as a culmination of themes and understanding that the more one gives, the more one receives in return. He also discusses helping minority communities through marijuana legalization and how there are structures built into society to keep the power in the hands of the powerful. Pete highlights how "misfortune plays no favorites" and that we must turn empathy into action. Pete Kadens currently serves as the chairman of the Kadens Family Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to closing the pervasive wealth and education gaps in the U.S. He retired in August 2018 as CEO of Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest publicly-traded, legal cannabis operators in the U.S. with a current market capitalization of over $3 billion. Prior to Green Thumb Industries, in 2008 Kadens started one of the largest commercial solar companies in the U.S., SoCore Energy. Under his leadership, SoCore expanded operations into 17 states and was named one of Chicago's most innovative businesses by Chicago Innovation Awards. In 2013, he sold SoCore Energy to Edison International, a Fortune 500 energy holding company. Kadens is one of 25 cannabis industry executives serving on the board of directors of the Cannabis Trade Federation, the nation's leading organization focused solely on federal marijuana policy reform. He was also named one of the 20 People to Watch in the Cannabis Industry in 2018 by Marijuana Business Daily. Kadens believes deeply in, and actively leads, organizations that seek to transform lives and strengthen communities, serving as chairman of StreetWise (2009–2018), one of the largest homeless aid organizations in Chicago. He currently serves as chairman emeritus at StreetWise and sits on several other boards in the nonprofit and for-profit space. Kadens was awarded the Trailblazer Chicago Award by The Cara Program in 2019, The Catalyst Man of the Year by Streetwise in 2015, the Distinguished Alumnus for Citizenship in 2010 by his college alma mater, Bucknell University, where he earned his bachelor's of arts in political science, and a Distinguished Alumnus by his high school, Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio in 2019. He was also named one of the 40 Under 40 by Crain's Chicago Business in 2012. Kadens is a 2019 Henry Crown Fellow of the Aspen Institute. Pete's Ted Talk: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86136672760?pwd=NDdVMHJYREdSbng1QlZUTFpyaFRmUT09 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gintantra/message

This is the first part of a 4 part series where we interview Pete Kadens, philanthropist, entrepreneur, husband and father of three. In this first episode we detail his early life and some of the contributing factors that would lead him to a life of entrepreneurship and reciprocity. We discuss his views on poverty and the numerous pathways to it in addition to the massive effect of the so called 'War on Drugs'. Pete Kadens currently serves as the chairman of the Kadens Family Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to closing the pervasive wealth and education gaps in the U.S. He retired in August 2018 as CEO of Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest publicly-traded, legal cannabis operators in the U.S. with a current market capitalization of over $3 billion. Prior to Green Thumb Industries, in 2008 Kadens started one of the largest commercial solar companies in the U.S., SoCore Energy. Under his leadership, SoCore expanded operations into 17 states and was named one of Chicago's most innovative businesses by Chicago Innovation Awards. In 2013, he sold SoCore Energy to Edison International, a Fortune 500 energy holding company. Kadens is one of 25 cannabis industry executives serving on the board of directors of the Cannabis Trade Federation, the nation's leading organization focused solely on federal marijuana policy reform. He was also named one of the 20 People to Watch in the Cannabis Industry in 2018 by Marijuana Business Daily. Kadens believes deeply in, and actively leads, organizations that seek to transform lives and strengthen communities, serving as chairman of StreetWise (2009–2018), one of the largest homeless aid organizations in Chicago. He currently serves as chairman emeritus at StreetWise and sits on several other boards in the nonprofit and for-profit space. Kadens was awarded the Trailblazer Chicago Award by The Cara Program in 2019, The Catalyst Man of the Year by Streetwise in 2015, the Distinguished Alumnus for Citizenship in 2010 by his college alma mater, Bucknell University, where he earned his bachelor's of arts in political science, and a Distinguished Alumnus by his high school, Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio in 2019. He was also named one of the 40 Under 40 by Crain's Chicago Business in 2012. Kadens is a 2019 Henry Crown Fellow of the Aspen Institute. Pete's Ted Talk ; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86136672760?pwd=NDdVMHJYREdSbng1QlZUTFpyaFRmUT09 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gintantra/message

Edison International集團的獎學金計畫目前已開放申請，針對想學習科學、技術、工程、數學的應屆高中畢業生提供40000美元的獎學金。 今年大選除了總統和國會議員外，加州也有12個公投案登上選票，究竟這些提案是什麼？一起來了解一下。

Jim Cramer’s hydrogen stocks: Linde and Plug Power. Other ESG, sustainable, and infrastructure stocks covered are Apple, Brookfield Renewable Partners, Steel Dynamics, Edison International, Duke Energy, Algonquin Power and Utilities, AES Corp., JinkoSolar, SolarEdge Technologies, NextEra Energy, Bloom Energy, United Rentals, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners, Nucor, Halma, and Croder. Analysts from The Motley Fool and MoneyShow PODCAST: Jim Cramer’s Hydrogen Stocks. And Much More… Transcript & Links, Episode 43, October 23, 2020 Hello, Ron Robins here. Welcome to podcast episode 43 published on October 9 titled “Jim Cramer’s Hydrogen Stocks. And Much More…”— and presented by Investing for the Soul. investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing news, commentary, information, and resources. Remember that you can find a full transcript, links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – at this episode’s podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. And Google any terms that are unfamiliar to you. ------------------------------------------------------------- Jim Cramer’s Hydrogen Stocks Well if you live in North America and interested in money you’ve no doubt heard of Jim Cramer and his ‘Mad Money’ show. Now he’s talking-up hydrogen. Mr. Cramer is quoted extensively in an article by Tyler Clifford titled ‘I’m bullish on hydrogen’ — Jim Cramer breaks down his top hydrogen plays. Here are some quotes from the article. “[Jim Cramer] is now endorsing the stocks of Linde and Plug Power, the first as a conservative play on the space and the second as a more speculative undertaking… 1) Linde, an Ireland-domiciled industrial gas company that handles production and distribution, is valued by the market at $126.1 billion… 2) Plug Power, based in Latham, New York, produces hydrogen and fuel cell systems with its eyes on industrial vehicles… The stock has surged more than 480% year to date… Cramer recommended waiting to buy Plug Power on a pullback.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- ESG Investors Will Love These 3 Stocks We again have a threesome in one article from The Motley Fool, each recommending a different stock. The article is titled ESG Investors Will Love These 3 Stocks. Here are their picks followed by relevant quotes by the recommending analyst. “1) Travis Hoium likes Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) -- The Motley Fool Companies that focus on environmental, social, and governance issues do so with everything they do… That's why Apple is a great ESG stock. [Some] highlights of Apple's environmental focus:  Apple's operations are already carbon neutral. By 2030 Apple plans to make all of its products and manufacturing suppliers carbon neutral.  Apple has nearly 400 megawatts (MW) of solar, including on the roof of its headquarters, which is more than any other company in the U.S…. 2) Howard Smith likes Brookfield Renewable Partners (NYSE:BEP) -- The Motley Fool Brookfield Renewable has an investment portfolio of over 5,300 power-generating facilities globally. Its ownership and investments consist of hydroelectric, solar, and wind power… Side with a proven winner by investing in Brookfield Renewable Partners. 3) Jason Hall picks Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ:STLD) -- The Motley Fool Conscious capitalism also requires investors put their money in companies making dirty industries cleaner and more sustainable.  Steel Dynamics hits the mark: 83% of the inputs are recycled or internally generated. Energy intensity and emissions are 11% and 13%, respectively, of global steel production averages.  99% of water is reused and 99% of mill byproducts are recycled… Since going public over 20 years ago it has trounced the S&P 500, and has… a dividend yield near 3% after more than a decade of yearly double-digit increases.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Ways To Invest In Alternative Energy It’s impossible to get away from alternative energy in this podcast as it’s probably the most frequent ESG related industry covered anywhere. This article is titled 9 Ways To Invest In Alternative Energy and is by the MoneyShow. Here are some relevant quotes. “1) Edison International (EIX) Last month, the California utility won regulators’ approval for the largest build of EV charging stations and energy storage in US history. Edison is cheap because of understandable concern about the durability of California’s new utility wildfire insurance in a season of record heat… Edison sells for just 11.2 times earnings and pays a yield of nearly 5 percent. 2) Duke Energy (DUK) There’s uncertainty about how much North Carolina regulators will approve of its planned investment on power grid improvement and coal ash cleanup. [Also], arguably no US utility has a bigger opportunity to rate base solar… Buy up to $90. 3) Algonquin Power and Utilities (AQN) and AES Corp (AES) As for companies combining contracted renewables with regulated utilities, the best buys are Algonquin Power and Utilities for the most conservative investors, and AES Corp. for everyone else. AES’s… real appeal is an unrivaled global pipeline of new wind and solar generation along with energy storage… AES shares are now up nearly 30 percent since July… it’s still a buy up to 22. As for Algonquin, new management looks set to continue the roughly two-thirds utility, one-third contracted renewables earnings and growth strategy… Buy at $14 or lower. 5) JinkoSolar (JKS) Is the largest solar panel producer in the world… And its global business is booming, with a recent agreement to supply bifacial modules — which produce solar energy from both sides of the panel and generate 40% more power than current mainstream utility products — in Chile and in Vietnam… JinkoSolar went ballistic on enormous volume both before and after earnings. 6) SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) Aims to disrupt the entire electricity grid along with traditional power generation… It’s a great story… 7) NextEra Energy (NEE) Its FPL division serves the state of Florida and is the largest regulated electric utility in the country. But the company’s alternative energy segment is its fastest-growing business. In fact, NextEra Energy Resources is now the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun. And it’s also becoming a world leader in battery storage capacity… NextEra is very attractive today. 8) Plug Power (PLUG) (Yes, again!) Its technology is based on fuel cells, which use hydrogen today to generate electricity in the harshest off-grid environments, which power electric industrial vehicles like forklifts, and which will soon be powering on-road vehicles as well develops… Financially, the company has not yet turned profitable, and there are no profits visible in the year ahead… As for the stock, it’s hot, hitting new highs. 9) Bloom Energy (BE) Is a fuel cell stock. [The] cells generate electricity from natural gas, biogas or hydrogen to provide highly reliable on-site power to liberate businesses (like Walmart, Ikea, Oracle and eBay) from unreliable electric grids… In late June, management disclosed a partnership with Samsung Heavy Industries, which is the world’s third-biggest shipbuilder, to provide power plants for ships… Earnings are not in sight yet, but the stock has been gaining strength and just recently broke out to a new high so it can be bought here, too.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Top Infrastructure Stocks to Buy Right Now There’s no doubt that after the US election infrastructure spending will be top-of-mind for the incoming administration. And construction industry companies might be a fit for some ethical and sustainable investors. Here’s a new article by Neha Chamaria on The Motley Fool site has this in mind. It’s titled 3 Top Infrastructure Stocks to Buy Right Now. Here are the three stocks each followed by some relevant comments from Ms. Chamaria. 1) “United Rentals (NYSE:URI) -- The Motley Fool Some notable facts about the company: United Rentals has roughly 13% share in the North American equipment rental market. The company's revenue clocked 14.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2009 and 2019. 2019 was a record year for United Rentals with revenue soaring 16% to $9.3 billion… 2) Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (NYSE:BIPC) (NYSE:BIP) -- The Motley Fool The bulk of Brookfield's businesses generate stable and steady income and cash flows under long-term, fixed-rate, or regulated contracts. That is why the company hasn't just paid, but has grown, its dividend per share at a CAGR of 11% between 2009 and 2020. The dividend [is] currently 4%... Brookfield is now increasingly betting on high-growth areas like 5G technology… shareholders can easily expect double-digit annual returns from this stock. 3) Nucor (NYSE:NUE) -- The Motley Fool This company is the leading manufacturer of steel… a raw material that's indispensable for building infrastructure assets, from bridges and dams to pipelines and rail tracks… Nucor should benefit hugely from an uptick in construction activity… With a 3.4% yield, Nucor is a great stock to own at all times.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2 sustainable investments for 2020 that I like Now two stock recommendations from a UK Motley Fool contributor, Kirsteen Mackay. Her article is titled 2 sustainable investments for 2020 that I like. Again, I’ll state the company followed by select quotes from Ms. Mackay. “1) Halma (LSE:HLMA) -- The Motley Fool Halma is considered a sustainable company because it offers solutions to ensuring clean water and infrastructure safety… I think this looks a resilient company with a solid future ahead. It offers a small dividend yield (less than 1%) and the likelihood of continued growth. 2) Croda (LSE:CRDA) -- The Motley Fool Croda International is a chemical and technology company found in some top sustainable investment funds… Its solutions are essential to products found in health and beauty, engine lubricants and plastics… The STOXX Europe Sustainability Index contains both Halma and Croda…” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- End Comment Well, these are my top news stories and their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast: “Jim Cramer’s Hydrogen Stocks. And Much More…” To get all the links, stock symbols, or to read the transcript of this podcast -- and more -- go to investingforthesoul.com/podcasts and scroll down to this episode. Also, be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons in iTunes/Apple Podcasts or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let’s promote a better world through ethical and sustainable investing! Contact me if you have any questions. Stay well and healthy—and conscious about the sustainable values of your investments! Thank you for listening. Talk to you again on November 6. Bye for now. © 2020 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

On this episode of “Here to Lead,” Marco Davis talks with Pedro Pizarro, President and CEO of Edison International, the parent company of one of the nation's largest electric utilities, about how his values and Latino perspective have shaped his life of service, both within the corporate world and advising government leaders, and the need for diverse leaders and a cooperative global response to solve today’s most pressing challenges, including COVID-19 and climate change.

Sage ESG research analysts Andy Poreda and Sara Rodriguez discuss environmental risk factors that are financially material for companies and illustrate through Sage's case study of Edison International how these risks are weighed in ESG analysis.

In this episode, Hall welcomes back Eric Bielke, Investment Director at GE Ventures. GE Ventures is committed to identifying, scaling and accelerating ideas that will make the world work better. Focused on the areas of software and analytics, advanced manufacturing, energy and healthcare, GE Ventures helps entrepreneurs and start-ups succeed by providing access to GE's technical expertise, capital and opportunities for commercialization through GE's global network of business, customers and partners. Eric is an investment partner with GE Ventures and leads investments at the intersection of digital and physical systems. His technology interests include marketplaces, robotics, computer vision, geospatial intelligence, and the internet of things (IoT). Prior to GE Ventures, Eric was an investor at Next47 focused on cybersecurity and enterprise infrastructure where he was responsible for the firm’s investments in CounterTack, TOA Technologies, Electric Cloud, and PowerIT Solutions. Eric is also a co-founder of SoCore Energy, a software-enabled solar energy developer later acquired by Edison International. Early in his career, Eric worked with McKinsey & Co. as a management consultant. He holds a BA from Dartmouth College and an MBA from the Booth School of Business where he was a George Schultz Fellow. Eric updates Hall on what’s happened since his last interview, the sector he is passionate about and why, his best experience with a startup, and he suggests some possible long-term effects COVID will have on startups. You can visit GE Ventures at .  Eric can be contacted via LinkedIn at , via Twitter at , and via email at eric.bielke@ge.com.

This week’s guest is John Chaimanis, co-founder and managing director of Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure. At Kendall, John works on all aspects of business, including deal sourcing, financial structuring, and asset management. Prior to Kendall, Mr. Chaimanis worked for Edison International, where he developed over $500M of energy projects, installing 250MW of renewable assets. Host Jon Powers digs into John’s past and present experiences in the finance and renewable sectors as well as where the industry has been, and where it is headed in the next few years.

Peter Taylor '80 has been the president of ECMC Foundation since May 2014. During his tenure, he has overseen more than $165 million of grants and PRI investments in initiatives affecting higher education outcomes, especially among underserved student populations. The major area of focus for the Foundation has been career technical education. He recently did a TedxTalk on this subject at UCLA in May 2019. Before joining ECMC Foundation, Mr. Taylor served as executive vice president and chief financial officer for the University of California system. During his time there, he oversaw aspects of financial management at the 10 campuses and the five academic medical centers. Most of Mr. Taylor's professional career was in investment banking, with nearly 16 years in municipal finance banking for Lehman Brothers and Barclays Capital, where he was managing director for the Fixed Income Group. Before obtaining his master’s degree, he spent six years on the legislative staff of the California State Assembly Majority Leader working at the state capitol in Sacramento. Mr. Taylor is an appointee of Governor Jerry Brown to the Board of Trustees of the California State University system, where he chairs the Educational Policy Committee after two years as chair of the Finance Committee. He also serves on the boards of Edison International, Pacific Life, the Parsons Foundation and the Kaiser Family Foundation, where he chairs the Investment Committee. In his various volunteer roles, he previously served as president of the UCLA Alumni Association Board of Directors, the Chair of the James Irvine Foundation Board of Directors, the alumni representative on the UC Board of Regents, the Chair of the UCLA Foundation Board of Directors, a board member of the J. Paul Getty Trust where he chaired the Audit Committee, and the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board. Mr. Taylor is an accomplished speaker and author, with a particular focus on the role of career and technical education (CTE) in closing the skills gap—a central challenge facing our nation's economy—and the need for a collective effort among stakeholders to break down the stigma that holds CTE and its students back. His perspective has been published by The Washington Post, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The Hill, the Dallas Morning News, the Detroit News and InsideSources. Mr. Taylor received his undergraduate degree from UCLA, his Master’s Degree from Claremont Graduate University, and a certificate in public affairs from Coro Southern California. Bruin Success is hosted by Katie Russo, produced by Christian Chavez and made possible by UCLA Alumni.

In episode 13 of Grid Talk, host Marty Rosenberg, talks with Drew Murphy who is a Senior Vice President at of Edison International. The discussion focuses on Edison international’s efforts to meet California’s mandate of delivering 100% carbon-free energy by 2045. Mr. Murphy talks about what changes we will see to meet that objective and the impacts on other parts of the economy.Mr. Murphy joined Edison International in 2013. He is Senior Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development, responsible for managing the strategic planning process for Edison International and its subsidiaries and oversees the analysis of emerging trends in the industry and their impact on Edison’s regulated utility and competitive businesses. Mr. Murphy earned a bachelor’s degree from Harvard College in 1983 and a juris doctorate degree from George Washington University in 1987.

After an S&P Global Market Intelligence investigative team uncovered the powerful incentives to build natural gas-fired power plants in the U.S., the Energy Evolution podcast interviewed some of the "Overpowered" series' sources and authors to follow up on why utilities are adding gas generation despite flat demand and some states' efforts to adopt more renewable energy. Energy Evolution also talked to sources from the Overpowered series about why the PJM Interconnection — the country's largest market for electric power — may continue to over-procure gas generation capacity, how Virginia state officials are starting to push back against Dominion Energy Inc.'s electricity demand forecasts and what the Oxnard, Calif., city council is doing to acquire more power from renewable resources after rejecting the Puente Power Project proposed by NRG Energy Inc. and Edison International utility Southern California Edison Co. Subscribe to Energy Evolution on Soundcloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. (Photo: AP)

After an S&P Global Market Intelligence investigative team uncovered the powerful incentives to build natural gas-fired power plants in the U.S., the Energy Evolution podcast interviewed some of the "Overpowered" series' sources and authors to follow up on why utilities are adding gas generation despite flat demand and some states' efforts to adopt more renewable energy. Energy Evolution also talked to sources from the Overpowered series about why the PJM Interconnection — the country's largest market for electric power — may continue to over-procure gas generation capacity, how Virginia state officials are starting to push back against Dominion Energy Inc.'s electricity demand forecasts and what the Oxnard, Calif., city council is doing to acquire more power from renewable resources after rejecting the Puente Power Project proposed by NRG Energy Inc. and Edison International utility Southern California Edison Co. Subscribe to Energy Evolution on Soundcloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. (Photo: AP)

Matt and Liam interview the co-chairs of Gov. Gavin Newsom's statewide task force on homelessness, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas. This episode was taped live on November 5 at a "Homelessness and Housing Town Hall" hosted by the Milken Institute in Santa Monica. The town hall was co-produced by CalMatters, the Los Angeles Times, and the Milken Institute. Special thanks to JPMorgan Chase & Co., Edison International and SoCalGas for sponsoring the event.

Creating value for the cannabis industry with Daniel Yi, Chief Communications Officer of Shryne Group. Daniel is an accomplished communications executive with more than two decades of experience. A former staff writer for the Los Angeles Times, Daniel has led communication departments at the Port of Long Beach and Edison International. Most recently, he helped cannabis retailer MedMen become one of the most recognized brands in the emerging industry. Daniel is a leading expert in his field and has been featured in news outlets around the world.

Episode Summary Benoy and John discuss the how the exciting industry of solar and renewable resources has been impacted by large utility projects becoming smaller and more distributed. John emphasizes the importance of people to any industry and how vital the trust between business partners and clients is to the success of any project, relationship or business.     About our Guest: Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies. Reneu Energy is a premier international solar energy consulting firm and developer and the company focuses on developing commercial and industrial solar and utility scale solar plus storage projects. The company also sources financing for solar projects and hedges energy and environmental commodities. Reneu Energy has brokered $27 million in environmental commodities transactions. Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity to move into the east coast markets. Benoy also worked at Vanguard Energy Partners, Ridgewood Renewable Power, and Deloitte & Touche. John Chaimanis Mr. Chaimanis co-founded Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure (KSI) in 2012.  KSI is an innovative private finance company with over $150M AUM, that owns and operates distributed renewable energy and other sustainable infrastructure projects.  He is a well respected leader in the industry with over 15 years of experience and innovation.  Prior to Kendall, he worked with a subsidiary of Edison International in California where he was part of a team that developed and acquired over $500M of energy projects and installed 250MW of utility scale wind assets.  Prior to working in infrastructure, Mr. Chaimanis was a founding member of an inner-city charter school.  Mr. Chaimanis holds an M.B.A. from Babson College (where he currently is an adjunct professor), a B.S. in Finance from Villanova University and has earned the Sustainable and Responsible Certification from US SIF.   Insight from this episode: Why solar plus storage is such an important and positive trend. How to add value as a partner. Why trusting your clients and partners is vital to your business. How to build a successful future with a partner during the first deal. Why it’s vital to compare the duration of an incentive to the duration of the asset The importance of working side by side with clients during the developmental process The importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship How personal experience can be more important to your success than education Quotes from the show: “We are seeing that more common in the industry as well, where developers are looking for help from financial providers to provide value in the development process and life cycle” Benoy Thanjan, Episode #21. “As an investor you need to look at the industry you’re investing in and figure out how are you going to have an edge; what are you going to do better than any other financier in the industry?” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “What I learned is that number one has to be respect and trust” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “What I found is that it’s really great when you’re sitting in the boardroom figuring it out (contracts and agreement details) but almost every deal I’ve been a part of; within 5 days of signing that paper something comes up that you didn’t think of in that contract and that’s when you find out who people really are.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “In the long run, we want to treat people with dignity and respect, and we want the same on our side” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “Development in my opinion – it’s very difficult to be a great developer all over the nation. It is a very regional game.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “It’s very common for the local developers acquisition costs for customers to be a lot lower than the national provider because they have that relationship and they’re in that area so people know who they are” Benoy Thanjan, Episode #21. “I love solar, I love being part of this industry. It is one of the most exciting and quickly evolving. People are motivated and energized and so many folks in the industry really believe in what we’re doing” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “As an industry, I think it would be good for us to have a more mature understanding of the way power prices are actually established.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21. “It’s going to be a huge opportunity that’s going to go for years and years...the next 50-75 years especially when we reach grid parity in most states and you’re not dependent on incentives will be a gamechanger.”  Benoy Thanjan, Episode #21. In regard to starting a business; “It was slow, very slow like any entrepreneur will tell you. There were bits in the beginning where I had to fill with consulting work and other things.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21 In regard to recommendations for other entrepreneurs; “My path was that I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur and I knew what industry I wanted to be in but I didn’t have the knowledge so I worked for a while first. And I think that’s not a bad idea for somebody that - to go out and start an advertising company cold might be a little hard but if you work in the ad space for a while and learn as much as you can, there is incredible value in that. There’s even more value in that than going to school.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21 In regard to recommendations for other entrepreneurs; “The second thing is perseverance. You really need to - every day - put your hardest work in, and everyday be a better you as you’re going through it.” John Chaimanis, Episode #21 “You need dreamers and people who are willing to push the envelope.” Benoy Thanjan, Episode #21. Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan LinkedIn.com/bthanjan www.reneuenergy.com info@reneuenergy.com Facebook: Reneu Energy John Chaimanis: http://kendallinvestments.com Twitter: @Ksienergy Linkedin: Kendall-Investments

Rob Black talks about Edison International, keeping an eye on insurance, wealth preservation, and peak growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In fact, no. Mismanagement isn't to blame for California wildfires, scientists say.As the California wildfires rage, some are slamming PG&E, Edison International.And, we talk with author Matt Gutman regarding the boys in the cave...

Ryan Patel is a global business executive, a board director, an international keynote speaker, and a CNN TV contributor on the Newsroom. He is an expert in scaling businesses, and has worked for startups as well as publicly-traded companies. His deep knowledge in strategic global market development, concept scalability, digital transformation in retail, and consumer-driven marketing has made him a thought leader in the global business realm. A strong believer in giving back to the community and paying it forward, Ryan has been the recipient of numerous accolades for his work of inspiring and modelling how business can make a social contribution. As a global executive, Ryan serves on several Advisory Boards and Boards of Directors across different sectors, from social responsibility to technology. He recently served as the Vice President of Global Development for Pinkberry, the leading frozen yogurt brand. Over his five-year tenure there, the company went from fewer than 95 locations to over 270 stores in 23 countries. Ryan has been featured on major business-media outlets, and has given talks around the world. His clients include Edison International, the Nasdaq Centre, Salesforce, the London School of Economics, the Wharton Business School, Osaka University, and the World Government Summit, to name a few.   Links: Ryan's website Ryan on LinkedIn Ryan on Instagram Ryan on Twitter  

Pedro Pizarro, President and CEO, Edison International, on investing in new energies, and how utilities are positioning themselves to benefit from the shift to electric vehicles.Anne Finucane, Vice Chairman, Bank of America, on investing in clean energy, sustainable financing, and how policy about social risk directs investment in different industries.  Chris Mowry, CEO of General Fusion, on what the private sector and governments are doing to support nuclear fusion, and why break-even fusion is possible. Tom Wilson, mining and commodities reporter for Bloomberg, on how Russia sanctions are reverberating through the global commodities markets.

In the coming decades, the success of the US economy will become increasingly tied to the success of Latino Americans. With 58 million Latinos in the US today and projections of population growth in the years to come, Latino workers, consumers, and business owners will shape the present and future of the US economy. How can we secure economic stability and mobility for Latino workers, families, and communities? What policies, practices, or strategies could help to improve job quality, increase skills and access to high-quality jobs, and expand business ownership opportunities? The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) and the Latinos and Society Program (AILAS) invite you to watch “Drivers of Opportunity: How Will Latinos Shape the Future of the American Dream?” This event was presented as part of EOP's Working in America event series and AILAS's Latino Economic Advancement series. The Economic Opportunities Program is grateful to the Ford Foundation, the Prudential Foundation, and the Walmart Foundation for their support of this work. The Aspen Institute Latinos and Society Program would like to thank the Ricardo Salinas Foundation, Target, the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation, Comcast/NBCUniversal Telemundo, the Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Edison International, and Weingart Foundation for making this event and the work of the Latinos and Society Program possible. This event features Jose Corona (Director of Equity and Strategic Partnerships, Office of Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf), Marie Mora (Professor of Economics and Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Diversity, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley), Maria Rios (President and CEO, Nation Waste, Inc.), Carmen Rojas (CEO, The Workers Lab), and moderator Kimberly Adams (Senior Reporter, Marketplace). This event is part of the Working in America series, an ongoing discussion series hosted by the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program that highlights an array of critical issues affecting low- and moderate-income workers in the United States and ideas for improving and expanding economic opportunities for working people. For more information, visit as.pn/workinginamerica. The Economic Opportunities Program advances strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy. We recognize that race, gender, and place intersect with and intensify the challenge of economic inequality and we address these dynamics by advancing an inclusive vision of economic justice. For over 25 years, EOP has focused on expanding individuals' opportunities to connect to quality work, start businesses, and build economic stability that provides the freedom to pursue opportunity. Learn more at as.pn/eop.

Special Podcast Episode 10 “The Electric Utility Industry’s Golden Age of Innovation: Now” Innovation Interviews with Eight CEOs After a bit of a hiatus, we are back.  I can assure we have been busy on your behalf in the interim.  We are delighted to announce that we formed two companies under Leadership Lyceum’s brand: Lyceum Leadership Consulting which provides executive and board of director’s search, board effectiveness review, and an array of services for successor development and board-readiness.  And Lyceum Leadership Productions which brings you this podcast.  We will be expanding the programming of the episodes this summer so please subscribe through iTunes and give us feedback.  Tell us about leadership situations that you are interested in us exploring.  Please visit our website www.LeadershipLyceum.com for all of our archived media and offerings.  Welcome to this Special Episode of the Leadership Lyceum: A CEO’s Virtual Mentor focused on innovation in an industry that many of us take for granted.  We take an in-depth look at innovation in the electric utility industry.  It’s the Leadership Lyceum’s opening act to Edison Electric Institute’s annual industry convention that starts this weekend, June 11th in Boston. In this Episode, we take a look back at last year’s convention in Chicago, where we conducted 10 interviews that included 8 CEOs from the electric industry covering all points along the electricity value chain from generation to transmission to distribution to the customer meter and beyond.  We also have the perspective of a President of a venture capital-backed, technology provider to the industry; as well as the critical viewpoints of the regulator -- with the President of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (or NARUC).  By way of context for our broad listenership, Edison Electric Institute (or EEI), is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. EEI provides public policy leadership, strategic business intelligence, and essential conferences and forums for the industry.   As a bit of an appeal to our broad listenership --- why should you care about this industry?  Well its impact and influence is far-reaching and profound.  The member companies of EEI provide electricity for 220 million Americans, operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia --- and directly and indirectly employ more than one million workers.  Our esteemed guests are all listed on the back of the album cover and on our website with links to their bios.  As a reminder, we conducted these interviews in June of 2016.  Our guests are as follows: Nick Akins, CEO of AEP in Columbus, OH; at the time, the outgoing Chairman of EEI. https://www.aep.com/about/leadership/profile.aspx?id=Akins Tom Fanning, CEO of Southern Company in Atlanta; at the time, the incoming Chairman of EEI. http://www.southerncompany.com/about-us/leadership/ceo.html Warner Baxter, CEO of Ameren Corporation in St Louis. https://www.ameren.com/about/warner-baxter Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International; at the time, the President of Edison subsidiary Southern California Edison. https://www.edison.com/home/investors/corporate-governance/meet-our-board-of-directors/pedro-j-pizarro.html Jim Piro, CEO of Portland General Electric in Portland, OR http://investors.portlandgeneral.com/management.cfm Ralph Izzo, CEO of PSEG, in Newark, NJ; https://www.pseg.com/family/leadership/ceo.jsp Steve Berberich, CEO of California ISO; the ISO is one of the world’s largest transmission organizations, managing the electric grid and wholesale power markets for 30 million Californians. https://www.caiso.com/about/Pages/OurLeadership/StephenBerberich.aspx Tony Earley, Executive Chair of the Board of PG&E Corporation in San Francisco; at the time, was Chairman, CEO and President of PG&E http://www.pgecorp.com/aboutus/our_team/TEarley.shtml Alex Laskey, Co-Founder and President of Opower; Alex sold his company to Oracle while we were at the convention in June 2016 https://www.ted.com/speakers/alex_laskey Travis Kavulla, Commissioner, Montana Public Service Commission; and at the time, was serving a term as President of National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (or NARUC) http://psc.mt.gov/commissioners/District1/  Just prior to our interviews last year, Neil Irwin, senior economics correspondent for The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/by/neil-irwin) gave us inspiration in his walk down the memory lane of innovation in his May 15, 2016 “The Upshot” column titled “Tracking Down the Golden Age of Innovation”.    https://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/15/upshot/what-was-the-greatest-era-for-american-innovation-a-brief-guided-tour.html?smprod=nytcore-iphone&smid=nytcore-iphone-share Twitter: https://twitter.com/Neil_Irwin He posited in that article that a better way to understand the significance of technological change may be to come as close as we can to actually walking through those time periods, from the end of the Civil War to present, and understand the way we lived, ate, traveled and clothed and entertained ourselves.  Through our conversation with these industry leaders, we will attempt to walk you through our current age of innovation in the electric power industry.   Segment 1: Opening Statements – The Structure of the Industry. Travis Kavulla, President of NARUC and Commissioner of the Montana PSC. Steve Berberich, CEO of California ISO, managing the transmission grid across the state of California. Tony Earley, CEO of PG&E in San Francisco. Ralph Izzo, CEO of PSEG in Newark. Nick Akins, CEO of AEP in Columbus Steve Berberich, CEO of California ISO    Segment 2: Interoperability, Data, and the Customer Steve Berberich, CEO of California ISO He expounds on the subject of interoperability of complex components of the electricity value chain. Nick Akins, CEO of AEP in Columbus Nick transitions into how technology has enabled customer relationships. Advanced Metering triggered proximity to the customer.  Tony Earley, CEO of PG&E in San Francisco. Alex Laskey, President of Opower Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International   Segment 3: Boundary Conditions and how utilities are defining the boundaries of their service.  Warner Baxter, CEO of Ameren in St Louis Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International Steve Berberich, CEO of California ISO Travis Kavulla, President of NARUC and Commissioner of the Montana PSC. Nick Akins, CEO of AEP in Columbus Ralph Izzo, CEO of PSEG in Newark. Tom Fanning, CEO of Southern Company in Atlanta Tony Earley, CEO of PG&E in San Francisco.   Segment 4: Collaboration with Disruptors and how utilities are partnering with the technologists on innovation and solutions. Warner Baxter, CEO of Ameren in St Louis Jim Piro, CEO of Portland General Electric   Segment 5: Regulatory Barriers and Enablers to innovation. Travis Kavulla, President of NARUC and Commissioner of the Montana PSC. Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International Alex Laskey, President of Opower   Segment 6: Are We Pushing Hard Enough to Innovate? Travis Kavulla, President of NARUC and Commissioner of the Montana PSC. Nick Akins, CEO of AEP in Columbus Jim Piro, CEO of Portland General Electric Tom Fanning, CEO of Southern Company in Atlanta   Segment 7: Parting Thoughts and Advice to Stakeholders.  It’s fitting that our three guests with the parting words are those who have transitioned since my interview with them last year.  One through sale of company, one through executive retirement, and the other through expiration of term of service.  Tony Earley, CEO of PG&E in San Francisco - who has now turned the leadership of PG&E over to his successor Geisha Williams. Alex Laskey, President of Opower Travis Kavulla, President of NARUC and Commissioner of the Montana PSC in the anchor position with advice on the posture and approach of stakeholders to foster innovation from the regulatory point of view.   Our Parting Thoughts I can’t think of a more fitting way to close this retrospective than drawing from the opening of Neil Irwin’s NYT article that I mentioned at the outset of this episode.  Are you a skeptical economist who believes that we’re in a depressing era in which innovation has slowed and living standards are barely rising?  Or are you a techno-optimist who believes that that our era, in which digital technology is transforming the underpinnings of human existence, is the golden age of innovation?   Thanks for joining us.  We can’t improve without your feedback – write us through our website www.LeadershipLyceum.com and subscribe on iTunes.  See you next time.    Informative and Helpful Links Edison Electric Institute (EEI): http://www.eei.org/ Ameren Corporation: https://www.ameren.com/ American Electric Power: https://www.aep.com/ California ISO: http://www.caiso.com/ Edison International: http://www.edison.com/ Pacific Gas & Electric: https://www.pge.com/ Portland General Electric: https://www.portlandgeneral.com/ Public Service Enterprise Group: https://www.pseg.com/ Southern Company: http://www.southerncompany.com/ Oracle and Opower: https://www.oracle.com/corporate/acquisitions/opower/index.html Montana PSC: http://psc.mt.gov/ National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC): https://www.naruc.org/ New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/by/neil-irwin    Program Guide: Special Episode 10 “The Electric Utility Industry’s Golden Age of Innovation: Now” Innovation Interviews with Eight CEOs   0:30     Introduction to the Lyceum Leadership Consulting and Lyceum Leadership Productions 1:15     Introduction to “Innovation in the Electric Industry” through 10 interviews including 8 CEOs  4:05     Segment 1: Opening Statements – The Structure of the Industry 11:43   Break 1 11:57   Segment 2: Interoperability, Data, and the Customer 26:02   Break 2 26:24   Segment 3: Boundary Conditions - how utilities are defining the boundaries of their service.  36:50   Break 3 37:03   Segment 4: Collaboration with Disruptors 39:32   Break 4 39:49   Segment 5: Regulatory Barriers and Enablers 45:16   Break 5 45:31   Segment 6: Are We Pushing Hard Enough to Innovate? 51:12   Break 6 51:34   Segment 7: Parting Thoughts and Advice to Stakeholders 57:04   Lyceum’s Parting Thoughts 57:37   End of Episode     Subscribe to the Podcast at: iTunes or SoundCloud Follow Leadership Lyceum on: www.LeadershipLyceum.com LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Facebook   Email us: info@LeadershipLyceum.com Please subscribe to the Leadership Lyceum at iTunes which will enable future content to come to you automatically.  Rate us and spread the word among your fellow executives and board colleagues.    Your host Thomas B. Linquist is the Founder and Managing Partner of Lyceum Leadership Consulting and Lyceum Leadership Productions. Over his 15 years in management and leadership consulting he has served a wide array of industrial clients.  This includes leadership assessment and search for chief executive officers, chief financial officers, chief operating officers and boards of directors.  He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and over his 25-year career has served in a variety of roles: as an engineer with Shell Oil Company, a banker with ABN AMRO Bank, and as treasurer was the youngest corporate officer in the 150+ year history at Peoples Energy Company in Chicago.  He is an expert on hiring and promotion decisions and leadership development.  Over the course of his search career, he has interviewed thousands of leaders.  Please subscribe to the Leadership Lyceum in the podcast section at iTunes which will enable future content to come to you automatically. Rate us and spread the word among your fellow executives and board colleagues. Copyright 2017 by The Leadership Lyceum LLC

“Perpetuating the California Dream: Progressive Policy Meets Progressive Leadership” Interview with Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International in Los Angeles, California Welcome to Episode 9 of the Leadership Lyceum: A CEO’s Virtual Mentor.  I had the pleasure of visiting Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International in his Los Angeles office for this conversation as part of what will be a bit of a sub-series introducing some of the recently appointed CEO's in the utility industry. Edison International (Ticker: EIX) is the publicly-traded holding company for regulated utility Southern California Edison and a small array of non-regulated investments plus Edison Energy. At $11.5 billion in annual revenue, and serving 15 million customers, the company is one of the largest utilities in the country. Our interview will delve deeply into one of Pedro’s priorities for positioning their utility, Southern California Edison (SCE) to help the state of California achieve its very ambitious, legislatively-mandated targets for reducing greenhouse gases by 2030. The path ahead for Pedro and Edison with respect to his plan to: “help catalyze all the efforts to support reducing greenhouse gases” is uncharted and unprecedented.  To achieve the targets, it is not enough for California to decarbonize the electric power sector – they need cooperation and electrification from other sectors.    As fitting context for this interview, in our last podcast episode, Episode 8, we illustrated through our interview with Susan Story, CEO of American Water, how success in the public utilities industry requires industry leaders to lead “beyond their authority” – that is, leading beyond the boundaries of their corporations.  We discussed that continuously achieving safe, clean, reliable, affordable service is dependent upon public policy, legislation, and regulatory relationships which in turn require leaders to lead and influence beyond the boundaries of their corporations.  California legislation presents a stage set for leadership of this nature. This includes a plot thickened by the stark disparity between California and Federal, climate and renewable energy policy. But there are no scripts for this story.  The action will be carried out by a talented troop of improvisational actors.    Informative and Helpful Links A helpful summary of California Climate legislation called SB 32 which was promulgated on September 8, 2016.  We discussed this in detail in the interview. http://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article100734142.html A helpful summary of California Climate legislation called SB 350 which was promulgated on October 7, 2015.  We discussed this in depth in the interview.  http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-pol-sac-jerry-brown-climate-change-renewable-energy-20151007-story.html LA 2024 – Los Angeles’s Bid for the Olympics.  LA is one of two candidate cities along with Paris. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Angeles_bid_for_the_2024_Summer_Olympics My LA Times source on legendary historian Kevin Starr from an obituary the day before my interview with Pedro. http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-kevin-starr-obit-20170115-story.html Edison International Website: https://www.edison.com California is using more renewables and less natural gas in its summer electricity mix https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=27812 California has nearly half of the nation’s solar electricity generating capacity https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=24852#   Program Guide Episode 9 Pedro Pizarro Interview – “Perpetuating the California Dream: Progressive Policy Meets Progressive Leadership”  0:30     Introduction to Pedro Pizarro CEO of Edison International 1:19     Policy/legislative context for the interview 2:52     Start of interview – key areas of focus on Pedro’s leadership agenda 5:25     Break 1 5:46     Non-regulated Edison Energy focus on the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) market 8:20     Benefits of a dual platform: regulated and competitive businesses and two views 9:30     Use of electric storage/batteries (front-of-the-meter and behind-the-meter-applications) 13:00   Other state’s activity vs California: Community Solar in Minnesota 13:50   Pedro’s leadership as a relatively new CEO of an iconic California company 16:35   California’s unique position – the imaginative and the factual; the influence on the nation 19:30   Break 2 19:51   Leadership outside the walls of the company and LA 2024, LA’s bid for the Olympics 22:20   LA 2024 and strength of conviction and strength of the bid 23:48   Policy and Legislation: SB 350 (state renewable portfolio standard increase) and SB 32 (greenhouse gas emission reductions) 28:01   Striking balances on policy and legislation – Example: Net Energy Metering revisit in state in 2019 30:12   Break 3 30:34   SB 32 greenhouse gas emission reductions discussion and the task ahead in context 32:00   Accounting for greenhouse gas emissions by sector. Needs from sectors beyond the electric utility sector 33:46   Edison’s task in the future regarding SB 32 and implications on Edison’s grid 34:55   Break 4 35:07   Cross-economy/cross-government collaboration for SB 32 progress.  Example - ports and port transportation networks 38:21   Pedro Pizarro’s vision and approach for Edison International in cross-industry collaboration 40:26   Break 5 (Final Break) 40:44   Conclusion - LA 2024 “the first energy positive solar powered games” in history. Tying it all together. 44:01   Recap and end of Episode 9   Biography on Pedro Pizarro Mr. Pizarro has been the President and CEO of EIX since October 2016. Prior to that, he served as President of EIX from June 2016 to September 2016 and President of SCE from October 2014 to May 2016. Mr. Pizarro has held a wide range of executive positions at the EIX companies since joining EIX in 1999. From 2011 through March 2014, he served as President of EME, an indirect subsidiary of EIX that filed for bankruptcy in 2012.  Prior to that, Mr. Pizarro served as Executive Vice President of SCE from 2008 to 2011, responsible for SCE’s transmission and distribution system, procurement of conventional and renewable power, and gas-fired and hydroelectric power production facilities. He also previously served as Vice President and Senior Vice President of Power Procurement, and Vice President of Strategy and Business Development, among other executive roles. Prior to his work at the EIX companies, Mr. Pizarro was a senior engagement manager with McKinsey & Company, providing management consulting services to energy, technology, engineering services, and banking clients. He is a director of the Edison Electric Institute and the Electric Power Research Institute, and is a member of the Board of Governors of Argonne National Laboratory. Mr. Pizarro is a graduate of Harvard University and earned a Ph.D. in chemistry from the California Institute of Technology.   Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes: https://t.co/a70rtSiQnW or SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thomas-linquist Follow Leadership Lyceum on:          LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-linquist-682997          Twitter: @LeaderLyceum https://twitter.com/LeaderLyceum          Email us: Thomas.Linquist@LeadershipLyceum.com Please subscribe to the Leadership Lyceum at iTunes which will enable future content to come to you automatically.  Rate us and spread the word among your fellow executives and board colleagues.  Your host Thomas B. Linquist is a Partner at a leading global executive search firm. Over his 15 years in management and leadership consulting he has served a wide array of industrial clients.  This includes leadership assessment and search for chief executive officers, chief financial officers, chief operating officers and boards of directors.  He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and over his 25-year career has served in a variety of roles: as an engineer with Shell Oil Company, a banker with ABN AMRO Bank, and as treasurer was the youngest corporate officer in the 150+ year history at Peoples Energy Company in Chicago.  He is an expert on hiring and promotion decisions and leadership development.  Over the course of his search career, he has interviewed thousands of leaders.  Please subscribe to the Leadership Lyceum in the podcast section at iTunes which will enable future content to come to you automatically. Rate us and spread the word among your fellow executives and board colleagues. © 2017 The Leadership Lyceum LLC

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Leadership Lyceum: A CEO’s Virtual Mentor “Leading Beyond Authority in Utilities: A Conversation with American Water Works CEO Susan Story” American Water Works (Ticker: AWK) is the largest publicly-traded water utility in the country, serving one of the basic human needs of about 15 million customers across 47 states, and in Ontario, Canada. The company serves, and Susan leads, in a mission-critical infrastructure sector. I have had the pleasure of hearing Susan Story, CEO of American Water, speak to industry groups on numerous occasions over the last several years.  Her speeches are engaging and carry power that moves an audience to action.  I realized that the persuasive power of her public speaking and her approach to leadership demonstrates quintessential qualities for effective leadership beyond the boundaries of the corporation that she leads. A key measure of success in the utility industry is continuously achieving safe, clean, reliable, affordable delivery of service.  These objectives are dynamic and their parameters are often dependent on public policy, legislation, and regulatory relationships.  Industry leaders, therefore, must advocate in these areas by leading and influencing beyond the boundaries of their corporations.  They must lead beyond their authority. There are three types of authority, according to the famed sociologist Max Weber. There is authority based on legal rules.  There is traditional authority, based on traditions, customs and historical precedents.  Weber posited an additional authority structure called charismatic authority. Charismatic authority is conferred on someone not by established norm or rule, but by an individual’s personal history, achievements and leadership qualities.  Weber defines charisma as possessing exceptional qualities regarded as exemplary in the eyes of his or her followers.  A utility executive leads beyond the boundaries of the corporation with charismatic authority.  Leadership effectiveness in this sphere of charismatic authority, above and beyond the corporation’s boundaries, requires unique characteristics and competencies often overlooked. There are many descriptors for the general qualities of the effective leader.  But there are very few specific frameworks for effective leadership with charismatic authority.  In 1951, Northwestern University professor Franklyn Haiman established a list of qualities desirable for a leader engaged in democratic processes. These qualities include social sensitivity, which includes a respect and concern for others, extroversion, and a belief in the value of the individual.  This sincere interest in other people is the most important attribute of this type of leader.  Other qualities include sensitivity to the basic trends and moods of the group; knowledge and expertise in the area where they are expected to lead; facility in verbalizing the ideas of a group; vitality; maturity and patience.  Susan Story has those qualities.  I think you will hear evidence of the qualities throughout my interview with her.  These attributes enable her to successfully lead and influence people beyond her corporate authority into the areas of corporate social responsibility and public policy.  Informative and Helpful Links From the September 13, 2014 The New York Times: Adam Bryant’s Corner Office “Susan Story of American Water: A Job Description Is Just the Start” https://nyti.ms/2jGgWfX   The Bipartisan Policy Center: http://bipartisanpolicy.org The Bipartisan Policy Center is a non-profit organization that combines the best ideas from both parties to promote health, security, and opportunity for all Americans. BPC drives principled and politically viable policy solutions through the power of rigorous analysis, painstaking negotiation, and aggressive advocacy.  Program Guide Susan Story Interview – “Leading Beyond Authority in Utilities”  0:30     Introduction to Susan Story, American Water and Policy Leadership 1:55     Strategic and public policy priorities for American Water 5:33     Introduction to the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) 7:06     BPC: Moving from white papers to practical legislation 7:58     BPC: Addressing aging infrastructure - Public Private Partnerships (P3s) 9:45     BPC solutions and implications on activities of American Water 11:50   Break 1 12:07   Ideal conditions state-by-state to support P3s. Fair market value, single tariffs. 15:20   Measures and approaches to addressing state-level policy matters. 16:40   Break 2 17:00   BPC: Other industries that benefit from the P3 construct 17:50   Barriers to P3s: Bonding capacity - tax-exempt bond defeasance enablers and barriers 19:45   Lyceum’s introduction to “Leading Beyond Authority” and definition of “charismatic authority” 21:06   Susan’s leadership approach to broad policy and regulatory environments. 25:32   Lyceum’s outline of effective leadership attributes for those with charismatic authority. 26:32   Susan’s approach to achieving forward progress on policy matters 28:10   Meaning and pride in our work: Herbie Sims, backhoe operator 30:45   Break 3 31:05   Susan’s vision for water and wastewater five years down the road. 34:14   End of episode and preview of Episode 9 with Pedro Pizarro, CEO of Edison International   Biography on Susan Story Susan N. Story is president and chief executive officer (CEO) of American Water, the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. In this role since May 9, 2014, Ms. Story leads a team of 6,700 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in 47 states and Ontario, Canada. She is responsible for developing the overall strategy and vision of American Water and directing its key business development initiatives. Ms. Story joined American Water in April 2013 as chief financial officer (CFO). In this role, she had responsibility for all financial functions, including directing and coordinating all company financial objectives and obligations; ensuring the integrity of financial statements; developing budgets for both annual and interim periods; developing cash management investment strategies; maintaining a financially solvent organization; leading Sarbanes-Oxley; and overseeing the shared services organization. With more than 30 years of utility experience, Ms. Story is well-versed in overseeing complex financial systems, optimizing cost structures and strengthening internal controls. Prior to joining American Water in April 2013, Ms. Story served as executive vice president of Southern Company, one of America's largest generators of electricity serving both regulated and competitive markets across the southeastern United States. In this capacity, she was a member of the company’s management council and was president and CEO of Southern Company Services Inc., with responsibilities for functional support of all of Southern Company’s subsidiaries. Previously, Ms. Story served as president and CEO of Gulf Power Company, a Florida subsidiary of Southern Company.  She has also served as Southern Company’s executive vice president of Engineering and Construction Services, where she had oversight for budgets and schedules of numerous combined cycle power plants and large environmental retrofit projects.  Ms. Story began her career at Southern Company as a nuclear power plant engineer and had increasing responsibilities in operations, human resources, customer service, corporate real estate and supply chain. She has also been an independent director of Raymond James Financial, a diversified financial services company, since 2008, and was named Independent Lead Director in February 2016. Story has a history of active involvement in community, industry, education and economic development efforts.  She currently serves on the board of directors for the Bipartisan Policy Center and as co-chair of its Executive Council on Infrastructure. She is also on the board of the Alliance to Save Energy (ASE), and is a member of the Electric Power Research Institute Advisory Council and the Moffitt Cancer Center Board of Advisors in Tampa, Fla.  She was recently the national chairman for the Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) and served on the board of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).  In her time in Florida, she was a member of the Florida Board of Education, appointed to the Federal Judicial Nominating Commission, appointed chair of the state's economic development public-private partnership, and was an appointee to the Tax and Budget Reform Commission, required every 20 years by the Florida Constitution. Ms. Story attended executive education programs at Duke University and Oxford University in England, and completed international business studies at Cambridge University and leadership studies at Harvard. She earned a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from Auburn University and an MBA from the University of Alabama in Birmingham.  She completed additional post-graduate coursework in the Master of Finance program at the University of Alabama focusing on financial derivatives, and at the Birmingham School of Law focusing on torts and contracts. Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes: https://t.co/a70rtSiQnW or SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thomas-linquist Follow Leadership Lyceum on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-linquist-682997 Twitter: @LeaderLyceum https://twitter.com/LeaderLyceum Email us: Thomas.Linquist@LeadershipLyceum.com Subscribe to the Leadership Lyceum at iTunes which will enable future content to come to you automatically. 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